TikTok comedian Steve Bridges, whose spot-on sketches about everyday life earned him millions of fans, has died at 41, reports The New York Post. His wife, Chelsey Bridges, shared the heartbreaking news in a video posted to his Instagram on Friday, saying her husband passed away “peacefully in his sleep” on October 15. The Peoria Police Department confirmed to TMZ that officers were called to a private home on Wednesday for a natural death. Chelsey’s tribute to Steve Bridges Chelsey fought back tears in the video, telling followers: “Who you saw online were just the characters he created.” “He was the most attentive father and the best husband. He was the greatest, sweetest man,” she said. She added: “And thanks to your internet, he was able to live out his dream of making people laugh. I’m so grateful he was able to do that.” Bridges has gained more than two million followers on TikTok and Instagram for his viral POV-style sketches, which bring exaggerated “types” to life – from solar panel salesmen to ordinary boyfriends and kids at public swimming pools. Chelsey also frequently popped up in his videos, laughing along as her husband turned everyday moments into comedy gold. Family and loss Chelsey revealed that Bridges had become deeply focused on health and fitness, plagued by his family’s history of early deaths. His grandmother died in her sleep at 52, and both his father and grandfather died in their 40s. “I’m not going to tell my kids that they can’t grieve online,” she said. “I will probably grieve online too. This is life now. Please never take it for granted and try to live your dreams every day. Love your family and take care of yourself,” she added. The couple were married for 16 years and shared three children – a 14-year-old daughter and twin 10-year-old sons. Remembering a talent loved by millions Friend and filmmaker Eric Mathis remembered Bridges as “an incredible talent loved by millions,” calling him “so kind, so genuine, so passionate about his art.” A GoFundMe created by friends to help the Bridges family had raised more than $36,000 as of Friday night, The New York Post said. Chelsey told followers the family will keep funeral arrangements private while they grieve in peace. Frequently Asked Questions Who was Steve Bridges? He was a popular TikTok comedian known for funny POV sketches about everyday life. How did Steve Bridges die? He passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 15th. how old was he He was 41 years old. Did Steve Bridges have children? Yes, Steve Bridges and his wife Chelsey shared three children – a daughter and twin sons. How much has the GoFundMe page raised? As of Friday night, more than $36,000 had been raised to support his family.
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